I haven't done much on the layout since last winter. Okay, I haven't done anything on the layout since last winter. I briefly lost my mind and dabbled in On30 again late last year, and subsequently liquidated everything I had except for a couple of kits.

So far this year, however, now that I'm back in building mode, I have been hard at work doing 3D modeling, and doing small projects here and there.

And a render of some SR&RL trucks I designed, I have had them printed, and they look great, just haven't photographed them yet.

The MDT and trucks are available on my shapeways store, if anyone is interested. They work great with Fox Valley 36" wheels with .540 axles MicroTrains 36" wheels also fit, but they don't roll as nice.

Cheers!

Rich

____________________If by prototype, you mean the first time I built something, then yes, it is prototypical.

Also started work on a new model, I call it the PUP (Power Unit Porter). It is based around the Imon PU-101 chassis, which is a quality replacement chassis for the old Joe Works/ Miniland models.

The 3D model will have "modular" parts, so you can choose your cab, domes, headlight, and stack. It's hollow to allow running wires, and adding as much weight as you can cram into it.

Eventually, I'd like to do a run of them in white metal and brass, with a fully detailed drive train. The PU-101 is a very simple arrangement, which lacks some detail. The nice thing about them is that they don't require any special tools or skills to assemble, just solder the motor leads to the pickups.

Cheers!

Rich

____________________If by prototype, you mean the first time I built something, then yes, it is prototypical.